Partisan observers to watch for fraud at polls

8:26 PM,
Nov. 5, 2012

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When you go to vote Tuesday, there may be up to six people - three Republicans and three Democrats - watching to make sure you are actually registered to vote and that you follow procedure. They'll also be able to refer people to legal counsel if they run into an issue.

These watchers are certified by the county party chairs, not the Monroe County Board of Elections. These poll watchers will monitor the election workers, the recording of the vote and the voting machines.

The New York Civil Liberties Union fears these poll watchers might wrongfully challenge people's right to vote, said KaeLyn ...